Samsung GALAXY S4

[Sushubh]

from what i remember your Galaxy s was practically falling apart?

 

[moindear]

I think throughout this year there would be many new smartphone releases, most of them with HD resolution
Its a disappointment that India does not get Nexus branded phones and end up selecting between Samsung or other better phone

 

[Sushubh]

https://broadband.forum/samsung-start-mass-production-exynos-5-octa-processor-quarter-2013-43329/
So, Galaxy S4 should have exclusivity for at least a few months on this new processor.
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Sony Xperia Z and HTC One already have 1080p displays. And as for Nexus, getting a unit imported from USA is easier than ever... so, you always have that option.

 

[DNA_Uncut]

Agree, usage of cores depends the apps & other connectivities. The same applies to all the dual & quad phones, so as battery issuedrain. Since S4 have 8 cores, I predict there would be more power sucking stock apps pre-loaded in the phone. Let's wait for the decent detailed review
Rugged Build phones have been around since Moto Defy days. I don't understand wat has been samsung still watching. They also posponed the flexi screen technology to their future models. They might launch it with Titan to get attention.
And about tizen or any other os multiboot. Not won't be possible in samsung phones. If you love experimenting. Get the Nokia N9 or wait for sailfish phones ...

 

[Sushubh]

Samsung has rugged devices. A new model was recently launched. https://broadband.forum/topic/62527-samsung-galaxy-xcover-2/

 

[ashish]

So, U.S is will get quad core phones clocked @ 1.9 Ghz
Dunno about india

 

[Sushubh]

India would get the non LTE version I assume. Which processor does that version have?
Unless of course Reliance and Airtel are in talks with Samsung for a version that would be compatible with their tech?

 

[moindear]

Pricing would be a crucial factor. Why would anyone buy S4 if Xperia Z is cheaper with similar hardware

 

[Sushubh]

similar hardware? much better processor. much better display. and do not forget, Sony would probably launch 4-5 more flagship models in the next 12 months. s4 would remain samsung's primary offering for at least 10 months.

 

[Toocool]

from what i remember your Galaxy s was practically falling apart?

wifey still using it with a little bit of glitches layful: benefits from a non techie wife eaceful: